Is the outdoor shell required if the camera does not get wet
13573
No the outershell is not needed if it doesn't get wet I have three cameras outside under my eaves and there's never been a problem and I live in a very rainy wet area.
13574
I have 4 of these cameras but only have them inside my home. I am thinking about putting one in an outside gazebo without the shell. I't covered and the location has never gotten wet before. Hope that helps.
689744
The camera is not dust/drip/water proof. Condensation can occur in situations of dramatic temperature or humidity changes.
1565700
It goes completely inside the camera's battery chamber. The camera itself is weather-sealed, so there is no need for additional weather sealing on interior components.
1067605
The camera is water proof. I have used one for my work in harsh environments for some time now, and it is an excellent camera. Due to this, I bought one for my son.
46591
It will cover just enough of the camera from the rain. Therefore, it should not affect the camera's viewfinder in any way. Just make sure it's on the proper way.
864972
I use a number of my cameras outdoors without any enclosure. I mount them under eves and in an area where they are somewhat protected from rain. After a year of use (in all seasons and in temperatures as low as around 10 to 15 degrees F, I have had no problems at all.
839586
It is described as "dust and splash resistant". It does not affect the weather sealing of the camera.
668924
No. This is not an outdoor camera. It would probably survive humidity for a short time, but not direct exposure to weather.
964917
Yes, youbcan use this outdoors. Just to help with weather-proofing, I put a small piece of plastic mounted right above the camera "tube".
2090522
Not sure if the camera is waterproof, I think it will be best to get a camera made to work outside. They're cheap these days.
494595
The cameras are Weather proof meaning they can be mounted outside and are able to work on normal weather conditions such as rain, and sun. the camera cannot be submerge in water. They are not water proof. they are weather proof.
1833921
It's an outdoor camera, but mine are mounted under the eaves. I can't attest to the weatherproof status of this unit if subjected to direct rain.
28384
You may check 3rd party vendor for a water resistance housing. Apparently for Sony, we don't have any water resistance housing for this camera. -Ely
1865778
Sorry, I can't answer that question because the camera that I purchased was installed in South Florida. I can tell you that there does not appear to be any sort of weatherproof housing so it's very susceptible to the elements... hot/cold/wet/dry. The unit that I purchased didn't last a month before failed. If it's indoors it might last a longer. Good luck
1772916
Yes, the Lumix TS3 takes photos without the case. My boyfriend and I both bought and use the case just to make absolutely sure that no water gets into the camera. Also nice to keep sand out. You rinse the case and let it dry a bit before removing the camera - so the camera stays totally dry and clean. I am sure if you follow the directions on the camera carefully you wont get water inside the camera even without the case.
600702
My understanding is that it is not: however, they do provide the water resistant case. I have not tried it when actually raining and did notice that the camera got hot when it was on. I'd recommend calling them directly if you can get through.
665913
I do not recommend leaving the camera in the rain or near water-prone areas without protection (the enclosure is not waterproof). My camera is outdoors, but it is under a roof. You can put the camera into a CLEAR plastic container or inside a PVC pipe to protect it.